CareFusion is recalling the EnVe Ventilator because the EnVe Ventilator does not fully meet applicable standards for immunity to electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) when tested in the laboratory environment. CareFusion has identified certain device malfunctions that may affect device performance and patient safety in the intended use environment.

FDA DeterminedCause 2

DESIGN: Component Design/Selection

Action

CareFusion issued an "Urgent Medical Device Recall notification" letter dated January 07, 2010. The letter was addressed to the Director of Respiratory Care describing the problem and the product. Consignees were told that a Service Representative will contact them to arrange for the prompt return of the affected product for correction.
For further information, contact CareFusion Technical Support at 1-800-231-2446, Option 1.